Welder Trainee

About the Role

We are seeking a Welder Trainee to support our North American Hydro division in York, PA. In the position you will work on unique one-off components for some of the largest hydroelectric machines in the world welding various thicknesses and grades of steel. The ideal candidate will possess a strong aptitude to learn and be able to pass ASME welder qualifications. Position is part of a trainee program designed prepare the employee for a Grinder Specialist position.

Responsibilities

• Basic discipline aptitude/attitude.
• Shielded Metal Arc Welding (stick) 2G both SST & CS.
• Flux Cored Arc Welding (Dual Shield) 2G, 3G both SST & CS.
• Additional Welding Qualifications as determined by Management.
• Arcing, back gouging & NDE of back gouge.
• Grinding, clean and protect parts before leaving production area.
• Simple fabrication assembly of components.
• Perform 15 ton or less straight crane lifts.

Qualifications

Must have a High School diploma or GED

• Required Past Experience:
  • Gas Metal Arc Welding
  • Flux Cored Arc Welding
• Preferred:
  • Gas Tungsten Arc Welding
  • Submerged Arc Welding
  • Electro Slag Welding

Physical Requirements

• Occasional bending and twisting
• Able to lift 50lbs on occasion.
• Able to work at heights up to 20 feet.
• Extended lengths of standing or sitting

Benefits

• Safe, clean working environment
• Vacation after 30 days
• Medical benefit package the first day of the month after hire date
• Eligible for 10 paid holidays immediately
• Paid lunch and break
• Shift differential for off-shifts of $2.50/hour

Pay

Starting rate of $27.08/hour, Full time

About Voith Hydro

Voith Hydro in the US is a full-line supplier of hydropower equipment and services including project planning and execution, manufacturing, electrical and mechanical engineering, outage management, modernization, and aftermarket business and services.